Vocab 4 Aplit

acme (n.)

The point at which something is at its best or most perfect; the highest point or peak.

apocryphal (adj.)

of doubtful authenticity, although often circulated as being true.

catharsis (n.)

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions.

desiccate (v.)

To remove the moisture from (something); to make thoroughly dry.

dissipate (v.)

to disappear or cause to disappear. 2. To scatter or squander

efficacious (adj.)

successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective.

ineffable (adj.)

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

intrinsic (adj.)

Belonging naturally; essential or inherent.

inundate (v.)

To overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with; to flood.

kudos (n.)

Praise and honor received for an achievement.

maxim (n.)

A short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.

putrid (adj.)

decaying or rotting and emitting a fetid smell.

revere (v.)

To feel deep respect or admiration for (something or someone).

servile (adj.)

Having or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.

superfluous (adj.)

Unnecessary, especially through being more than enough.